After reading the SIs (again), the OA may want to consider clarifying their intent in this regard.
SI 8.3 allows communication with ground crew, but does not modify RRS 41.
SI 11.9 modifies RRS 41, but only for emergencies.
So, what is the intent? Be careful, because this is a genie/bottle thing. It's extremely difficult to enforce a half-rule (i.e. you can talk to someone, but only about certain things), you're better off just taking away any restrictions.
Edit: Eric, they stated that there will be no PC in the SIs. That's quite different than pulling one together as needed. Again, I'm not completely clear on the intent, because they stop short of stating that protests are not allowed...
